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ASA updates round-up – September, October and November 2024

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued a series of updates throughout September, October, and November 2024, covering a range…
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5 Reasons for Appointed Representatives to Consider Direct FCA Authorisation

This article highlights some of the long-term benefits of becoming directly FCA authorised which for many firms, will outweigh the…
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Mezzanine Finance – Funding Growth / Projects?

Mezzanine finance is a popular choice for those working in the construction industry as a means of topping up the…
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Why your business should register its design rights

In a world where visual identity can make or break a brand, the Marks and Spencer v Aldi case has…
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The UK has introduced new safety rules for connected products

On 29 April 2024, the UK introduced new product safety requirements for connected products as part of its new cybersecurity…
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Modern Slavery in the Corporate World: What Businesses Need to Know

The issue of modern slavery has once again captured the headlines, following a case that took place in late 2023,…
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ASA Ad Bans: Nike, Huel, and Sky under scrutiny

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has recently cracked down on misleading advertisements, issuing bans to Huel, Nike, and Sky for…
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Recent updates surrounding the Faster Payments System APP fraud reimbursement requirement

The Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) is introducing a mandatory reimbursement framework for directed payment service providers (PSPs) to which the…
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Protect Your Brand: Trade mark infringement

Businesses with established brands are often targets for trade mark infringement. On the internet it is easy for infringers to…
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ASA Updates: Notable advert bans for UK TV stars and major airline

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has passed several notable rulings this month. This article provides examples during the month showing…
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Trial Date for Reality TV ‘finfluencers’ set for 2027

Many of those using social media regularly are aware of the increasing popularity of finfluencers (financial influencer) promoting “get rich…
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Deadline for DORA – 17 January 2025!

The Digital Operational Resilience Act is an EU regulation that entered into force on 16 January 2023 and will apply…